Category: Health & Nutrition

I just Googled the word recipe and got almost 3 billion results. Definitely, there is no shortage of recipes to prepare just about anything from a simple boiled egg to Baked Alaska. Like most people, I consider myself… Read More

Whole grain barley is nutrient rich. Looking to increase your intake of whole grains? Barley may be just the grain you have been looking for. Whole grain barley is nutrient-rich, containing high amounts of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, as… Read More

Water is one of the most abundant and essential substances on earth. All living organisms, whether humans, animals, or plants, must have water to live. Without water there would be no life on earth. Many people don’t even… Read More

Having lived with type 1 diabetes for 35 years, I am constantly reminded of how food and physical activity affect my blood glucose values and insulin dosages. Although I use an insulin pump and continuous glucose monitor, the… Read More

I am a big fan of all types of squash, both summer and winter varieties. You may be wondering what the difference is between these vegetable groups which are part of the curcurbit family. It really doesn’t have… Read More

I’m sure you’ve heard of the recent popularity of the Mediterranean-style eating pattern in the United States. It is based on the ancient food consumption patterns of the Mediterranean region. However, do you know what makes this eating… Read More

If you are living with type 2 diabetes, you know that it can be a real challenge during the holiday season. With all the food-centered celebrations, it can be very tempting to overindulge in traditional (and often delicious)… Read More